Midland Paper, Packaging and Supplies is proud to announce that Mike Ratcliff has joined the company as their newly-appointed Vice President and General Manager of the newly-formed Midland Specialty Papers and Films Division. Midland is one of the largest independent merchant distributors of printing papers, packaging and industrial supplies in the U.S. with sales in excess of $700.0 million.  Ratcliff brings a diverse management background as a senior executive with an emphasis on developing and growing new businesses and markets. He will focus his broad leadership experience on Midland's continued growth and further building their reputation as a market leader in the merchant distribution community. Prior to joining Midland, Mike spent 12 years as the President and CEO of GPA Specialty Substrates.

Mike received his BBA degree in Accounting from University of Iowa.

"Mike brings to our company a deep understanding of the specialty substrate markets combined with broad managerial experience. We are extremely pleased to have him join the company," said Mike Graves, Midland President and COO.  

For more information on Midland or the products it offers, visit www.midlandpaper.com or contact Midland at 847-777-2700.